Zoopla's 10 most-viewed homes of 2022 so far
The new year often brings the urge for a fresh start, and for some this means setting their sights on a new home.
Typically the beginning of the year marks one of the busiest periods for wannabe house hunters, but 2022 seems to have seen a particular spike with housing demand up 49% compared to the recent new year average.
With that in mind property website Zoopla has revealed its list of the most viewed properties for sale during the month of January and it turns out the homes we’re all looking at are a bit of a mixed bag.
The most viewed properties are spread across England, Scotland and Wales, with locations featured including Yorksire, Glamorgan and the Isle of Bute.
A wide range of pretty impressive properties feature on the list including a former pub and brewery, a Grade II listed Georgian gatehouse (also believed to be one of the smallest detached houses in the UK) and a Victorian mansion located by the coast.
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Surprisingly, however, it isn’t just luxury pads we’ve been dreaming of moving too, with prices of Zoopla’s top views starting at an affordable-for-London £200,000 and going all the way up to £700,000.
“There are truly some spectacular homes currently for sale across the country - with everything on offer in locations ranging from the rolling countryside to rugged cliffsides and coastal towns, there’s something for every type of buyer,” Daniel Copley, consumer spokesperson at Zoopla comments.
With that in mind here's a look at Zoopla's most viewed properties for the month of January.
1. 5 bed detached house, Whaligoe, Scotland, £325,000
An incredible five-bedroom property takes the crown as the UK’s most viewed property this month. Located above the famous Whaligoe Steps in Scotland, this characterful home dates back to 1860 and has breathtaking views of the sea and rugged coastline, as well as an expansive garden.
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2. 4 bed detached house, Glamorgan, Wales, £700,000
This one-of-a-kind property is a similarly impressive former brewery and pub. Located in Glamorgan, Wales and on sale for £700,000, this unique home has an expansive games room and gym, as well as intricate stonework, bespoke etched windows and beautiful woodwork throughout.
3. 5 bed semi-detached house, Dumfries, Scotland, £270,000
This five bedroom semi detached sandstone family home is located on the sought after Moffat Road and retains many of its period features.
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4. 4 bed cottage, Swansea, Wales, £475,000
Beaufort Cottage is a charming Gower home that has been extended over the years to provide a spacious and generous family residence.
5. 1 bed detached house, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, £225,000
With period properties proving ever popular with home hunters this Grade II listed Georgian gatehouse in North Yorkshire with a charming interior also features high on the most viewed list.
On sale for £225,0000, the compact yet totally charming property, is believed to be one of the smallest detached houses in the UK and can be found on the edge of the Grimston Park Estate in North Yorkshire, which has been visited by the British monarchy and also appeared in the Doomsday Book.
6. 3 bed farm for sale, Llanelli, Wales, £549,950
This recently renovated equestrian smallholding provides five acres of land as well as an equestrian exercise area, two stable blocks, a refurbished farmhouse and much more
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7. 4 bed detached house, Port Talbot, Wales, £400,000
This beautifully presented, four-bedroom detached home is located on a generous plot in the sought after area of Penycae, near central Port Talbot.
8. 5 bed detached house, Isle of Bute, Scotland, £700,000
For those dreaming of their happy ever after, a fairytale castle in the Isle of Bute is surely the perfect pad with its towers, turrets, original fireplaces and stained glass windows, as well as its very own magical Victorian fernery.
9. 6 bed house, Trimingham, Norwich, £600,000
This beautiful Victorian home has a lot to offer buyers searching for a seaside retreat including stunning sea views, a large heated swimming pool and two driveways
For those looking for something more spacious, ‘Cliff House’ is the most viewed property in the East of England and ranks in ninth place nationally.
10. 3 bed semi-detached house, South Norwood, London, £200,000
This property is well located on a residential road and would make a perfect home for a first time buyer. The price is pretty competitive for a London postcode too.
